Program Name E-Business Web Developer
Computer Applications
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E-Business Web Developer, Tech Prep (AAS.EBUS)
Database Administration Specialization, Tech Prep (AAS.DATA)
Enhanced Skills Cert, Visual Basic Certification, (C3.CVB3)
Certificate, E-Business Web Developer (C1.WEB1)
Certificate, Database Administration (C1.DAT1)
Certificate, PC Desktop Specialist (C1.PCDS)
Certificate, Microsoft Office Specialist (C1.MSO1)
Certificate, Computer-Aided Design Operator/Drafting (C1.EDD1)
Computer Engineering Techn. Specialization, Tech Prep (AAS.CETS)
LSC-CyFair (CF)
LSC-Kingwood (K)
LSC-Montgomery (M)
LSC-North Harris (NH)
LSC-Tomball (T)
Distance Learning (DL)
Total Certificate or Degree Offered
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Some Courses Offered
Definition of Occupation:
The growth of the Internet and the expansion of the World Wide Web (the
graphical portion of the Internet) have generated a variety of occupations related
to the design, development, and maintenance of Web sites and their servers. For
example, webmasters are responsible for all technical aspects of a Web site,
including performance issues such as speed of access, and for approving the
content of the site. Internet developers or Web developers, also called Web
designers, are responsible for day-to-day site design and creation.
Description of typical work activities/transferable skills:
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Has responsibility for the overall structure, functions, security, and
performance of an Internet or intranet World Wide Web site.
Maintains and updates the pages of a company's Web site.
Oversees the technical management of the Web site.
Works with graphic designers to develop page layouts and graphics for
the Web site.
May write HTML code to create Web pages.
May create on-line forms using a variety of applications.
May write technical user guides and manuals.
Must keep up to date on Web technologies.
Interacts with staff members within the company and with other
companies.
May create linkages to associated Web sites.
May maintain the basic Web server and file system.
May develop multimedia components to include on Web pages.
May help market the Web site to Internet-based index and search
sites.
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May provide support to customer service.
Levels of Education:
Certificate: E-Business Web Developer Certificate
Associate: E-Business Web Developer Specialization Associate Degree
PLEASE NOTE: Transferability of degree or certificate to other institutions
will vary depending on the institution and the department. Speak to a
counselor or advisor for options.
Special Admissions/Prerequisite Courses:
The E-Business Web Developer Certificate and AAS degree do not have special
admissions criteria. Students must follow the prerequisites listed in the catalog to
take specific classes.
Method of Delivery:
Traditional/On-Campus
Distance Learning
Distance Learning and Traditional
Fast - Track
Some typical job titles for E-Business Web Developer:
Certificates:
 Web Developer
 Web Designer
Associate Degree:
 Web Developer
 Webmaster
 Web Designer
 Technical Producer I - Web
Types of Companies that typically hire graduates:
Although they are increasingly employed in every sector of the economy, the
greatest concentration of these workers is in the computer systems design and
related services industry. Firms in this industry provide services related to the
commercial use of computers on a contract basis, including custom computer
programming services; computer systems integration design services; computer
facilities management services, including computer systems or data-processing
facilities support services for clients; and other computer-related services, such
as disaster recovery services and software installation. Many computer related
workers are employed by Internet service providers, web search portals, and
data-processing, hosting, and related services firms. Others work for
government, manufacturers of computer and electronic products, insurance
companies, financial institutions, and universities.
A growing number of computer specialists are employed on a temporary or
contract basis; many of these individuals are self-employed, working
independently as contractors or consultants. This growing practice enables
companies to bring in people with the exact skills the firm needs to complete a
particular project, rather than having to spend time or money training or retraining
existing workers. Often, experienced consultants then train a company’s in-house
staff as a project develops.
Workplace Skills:
Web developers and computer scientists must be able to think logically and have
good communication skills. Because they often deal with a number of tasks
simultaneously, the ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail is
important. Although these computer specialists sometimes work independently,
they frequently work in teams on large projects. They must be able to
communicate effectively with computer personnel, such as programmers and
managers, as well as with users or other staff who may have no technical
computer background.
The following information is provided for individuals seeking career
counseling. The MBTI provides information regarding an individual’s
personality preferences and the Holland code provides information
regarding an individual’s interest. If you are interested in learning more
about how your interests and personality fit in with this and other career
options, please see a career counselor at any of the NHMCCD campuses
Myers-Briggs Type (MBTI):
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Working Condition Requirements:
Web developers normally work in offices or laboratories in comfortable
surroundings. They usually work about 40 hours a week—the same as many
other professional or office workers do. However, evening or weekend work may
be necessary to meet deadlines or solve specific problems. Given the technology
available today, telecommuting is common for computer professionals. As
networks expand, more work can be done from remote locations through
modems, laptops, electronic mail, and the Internet.
Like other workers who spend long periods in front of a computer terminal typing
on a keyboard, web developers are susceptible to eyestrain, back discomfort,
and hand and wrist problems such as carpal tunnel syndrome or cumulative
trauma disorder.
Industry Certification/Licenses:
There are no required licenses or certifications for the web development
field.
Earnings:
According to Robert Half Technology, starting salaries for software engineers in
software development ranged from $66,500 to $99,750 in 2007.
Source: Choices; access.bridges.com, 2008-09 edition
PLEASE NOTE: Earnings and salaries will vary with industry, region and
experience of employee.
Employment Outlook:
The employment change from 2006 to 2016 is estimated to be +28.2%.
This occupation will generate about 324,000 new jobs, over the projections
decade, one of the largest employment increases of any occupation.
Employment growth will result as businesses and other organizations adopt and
integrate new technologies and seek to maximize the efficiency of their computer
systems. Competition among businesses will continue to create incentive for
sophisticated technological innovations, and organizations will need more
computer software engineers to implement these changes. Demand for computer
software engineers will also increase as computer networking continues to grow.
In addition to jobs created through employment growth, many job openings will
result from the need to replace workers who move into managerial positions,
transfer to other occupations, or leave the labor force.
Source: Choices; access.bridges.com, 2008-09 edition